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In Black Mirror’s “U.S.S. Callister” episode, Plemons proved he could exude sinister rage like no one else. And although Plemons, age 30, is far younger than the 47-year-old tech mogul, with a little makeup he could probably be convincing enough to make it through a quick cameo. Also, as anyone who saw Game Night knows, the actor excels in a comedy as well—so either way he needs to play this character, Plemons can pull it off.

No, he’s not exactly a Musk look-alike, but just allow yourself to imagine, even for just a second, what Phoenix could do with this role. Not only has he played a seemingly endless list of villains—he’s also one of Hollywood’s zanier players. If there’s anyone we want to see brooding over submarine blueprints while, perhaps, throwing a theatric temper tantrum of epic proportions, it’s Phoenix.

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Matt LeBlanc

I told you there would be some pure comic relief on this list, didn’t I? LeBlanc, like Phoenix, might not be a dead ringer for Musk, but something about the face shape does seem about right. Also, as the actor proved throughout 10 seasons of Friends, he’s got the doofus act down pat.

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Kevin Durand

While Durand might not have quite the star power of the other entries on this list, you’ve got to hand it to him: the resemblance is pretty solid. If you’re one of those people who gripes about actors who don’t look enough like the real-life figures they’re portraying, Durand is probably your Musk.

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Matt Ross

Silicon Valley fans know how hilarious Ross is as Gavin Belson—and for those who haven’t seen the HBO comedy, take my word for it: the man is funny. Even better, he, like the series itself, does a perfect send-up of the tech industry’s absurdity. Who better, then, to ape Musk?

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Jason Isaacs

Remember The OA? Isaacs was terrifying in that. And for those who didn’t catch that strange Netflix series, may I present Exhibit B: the film adaptations of Harry Potter, in which Isaacs played Lucius Malfoy with snide aplomb.

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Brendan Fraser

Fraser has had a bit of a comeback this year—so why not throw his hat in the ring? Fraser might not be the first potential Musk to come to mind—especially given the innocent characters he tends to play. Still, something about his jawline seems apt. Just me?

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Jimmy Fallon

The resemblance here is in the eyes. If NBC is willing to lend its Tonight Show host to a feature film for a brief appearance, Fallon could be a fascinating pick. He, like some of the other entries on this list, would need to be aged up a bit—but after that, it should be smooth sailing. Do we know if Musk is a fan of lip-synching?